Improving cancer screening access for Latinx communities through telehealth solutions

Community Partnership for Telehealth Solutions to Counter Misinformation and Achieve Equity (PRIME)

NIH-funded research University of Arizona · NIH-11111287

This study is looking to improve cancer screening for Latinx communities by using helpful video messages and local support to make it easier for people to get the care they need.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Arizona NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Tucson, United States)
Project IDNIH-11111287 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research aims to enhance cancer screening services for Latinx populations who face significant barriers to care. By utilizing clinic-delivered video-texting and neighborhood-level navigation services, the project seeks to address disparities in access to cancer screening. The approach involves collaboration between research centers, clinics, and community organizations to provide personalized support informed by local data. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of these telehealth tools and methods in improving colorectal cancer care delivery and reducing inequities in access.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latinx individuals aged 21 and older who are at risk for colorectal cancer and face barriers to accessing screening services.

Not a fit: Patients who are not Latinx or those who do not face access disparities in cancer screening may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to cancer screening for Latinx individuals, leading to earlier detection and better survival rates.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using telehealth solutions to improve access to care, particularly in underserved populations, indicating that this approach has potential.

Where this research is happening

Tucson, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.